Venus Clams, Chione




This particular shell apparently falls under the category of "Venus Clams".
At least two species appear in my shell identification book, and sharing many similarities.

Chione mazycki, Dall 1-1½", commonly found in the Carolinas, Georgia and N.E. Florida.
and the
Cross-barred Venus, Chione cancellata, 1-1.75", found from North Carolina to Florida and the West Indies.


Your venus clams are cross-barred venus (Chione cancellata). Nice specimens, nice stripes!
Terri K. Hathaway
Marine Education Specialist
North Carolina Sea Grant
http://www.ncseagrant.org/

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